Newbury vs Newbury — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Newbury

RG14 · West Berkshire

207

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Newbury

RG20 · West Berkshire

123

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Criminal damage & arson17
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Newbury has less crime — 123 vs 207 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newbury recorded notably higher crime than Newbury in February 2026 — 207 vs 123 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Newbury records significantly more (69 vs 42 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newbury or Newbury safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newbury recorded fewer crimes than Newbury — 123 vs 207 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Newbury is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Newbury and Newbury?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Newbury recorded 69 incidents of this type vs 42 in Newbury. Overall, Newbury had fewer total crimes (123 vs 207).

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